Sarah Owen MP

This Small Business Saturday Shout Out is an important and tasty one. October is Black History Month and we have some fantastic black owned businesses across Luton North, including the famous Riley’s in Sundon Park.

I love coming in here for their wonderful tea selection, sweet potatoes and one of their tasty patties (I couldn’t wait to get in the car for my jerk chicken patty). This Black History Month, check out some other fab black owned business across Luton North - from Fola Fabrics to Jobyco Shipping.

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I shout out small & local businesses across Luton North on Saturdays. We have many fantastic small biz in town, who are a part of our amazing community ❤️ so if you know any in Luton North that would like to be part of the small business Saturday shout outs - email me💻 👇 sarah.owen.mp@parliament.uk

If your timeline isn’t full of planes crabbing and making awesome landings in cross winds, I think your algorithm is broken.

We all deserve our peace when commuting 🙏

It was great to speak at the CBI annual breakfast about the future for business in Northern Ireland. There is such excitement and optimism about the opportunities for a growing economy and success for the people who get the jobs done! Side note: 1st time I’ve given a speech in front of a waterfall

As Babyloss Awareness Week draws to a close this year with the annual Wave of Light, I want to send lots of love to everyone who has been affected by pregnancy and babyloss. It can be the loneliest place on the planet but you are never alone.

Orgs like Miscarriage UK, Tommys & Sands will always be there with support, advice and information. I will always count myself so lucky to have the wonderful 🌈 baby who is now a fully grown kiddo keeping us in our toes. 💙💖 #waveoflight

Challney residents are getting an upgraded multi-use sports area thanks to the work of your Labour councillors and the Labour government. ⚽🎾 🏑🌹 Great to join Challney councillor Basit Mahmood to talk through the new facilities. Labour is investing in #Luton

bbc.co.ukSwimmer Archie Goodburn thanks prime minister as brain cancer review announcedThe Scottish athlete, who has inoperable brain tumours, previously made a tearful plea for more investment in brain cancer research on BBC Breakfast.

Brain tumour research is a cause close to the heart of many of my constituents in Luton North. This is a huge step forward for patients, families and campaigners and I’ll continue working alongside them

Sadly not much shocks me anymore about the far right, but this is sickening. The quotes from the Reform councillors about people who aren’t white or muslim are abhorrent. And I’m sure this man would still call himself a ‘patriot.’

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Another Reform councillor in South London called for the King to be decapitated for being a secret Muslim. Reform say they are taking disciplinary action against a small number of councillors who do not share their values. I believe both would be welcome in Restore www.itv.com/news/2026-10...

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And for the person who says this mixed raced woman who has called out racism, even when it was coming from within her own party, “doesn’t get to clutch proverbial pearls” - may I suggest they check my earlier and even recent work before assuming they know me or my values.

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Residents in Luton are getting an upgraded multi-use sports area thanks to the work of your Labour councillors and the Labour government. ⚽🎾 🌹🏑🏏 Great to join Challney councillor Basit Mahmood to talk through the new facilities. The matching jumpers weren’t planned!

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Despite real headwinds from the conflict in Iran, the UK economy has performed far more strongly this year than almost anyone expected – including the IMF. Here's my analysis of the two most important takeaways from the IMF’s new World Economic Outlook. torstenbell.substack.com/p/growth-up-...

When you find yourself sat opposite the man who straight up lied about the town you represent, live in and love.

Whether you choose to mark Babyloss Awareness Week alone, or if it is too much this year, there is always help out there from the fantastic brilliant charities like Miscarriage UK & NI, Sands & Tommys. Whatever role I have, I’ll always support others to break the stigma of pregnancy loss & babyloss

Services in NI - Portrush: Service of Remembrance Sunday 11 Oct, 3PM at Portrush Methodist Church (Northern Trust). - Derry/Londonderry: The Western Trust, Sunday 11 Oct 2:30PM, the Guildhall. - Belfast: The South Eastern Trust & Sands for an adults-only Service 14 Oct 7:30 PM at Stormont Hotel.

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The morning and afternoon in Holborn & St Pancras. 🌹 It was great to speak with so many people choosing hope with Labour today. An added bonus to knock on doors alongside the fantastic Jamie and fellow geriatric millenial @joshfg.bsky.social, apparently his t-shirt is a famous service station 🤷🏻‍♀️

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What does a Factory of the Future look like? Today, we officially opened the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre, a hub for innovation, growth and the future of manufacturing in Northern Ireland. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/6Eq050ZUTkT

theguardian.comTory shadow minister claims Luton has ‘no-go zones’ where ‘white people won’t go’Blake Stephenson tells fringe meeting at Tory conference that the town is ‘a very dangerous place’ with ‘ghettoes’

It is deeply irresponsible for any politician, let alone a senior Conservative, to peddle the same far-right nonsense about Luton that we see from the likes of Yaxley Lennon and Reform.

It is simply not true. The Shadow Home Office minister will have many constituents who work in Luton and will not recognise his warped description. He should get off social media and meet our many fantastic Lutonians.

I’d also call on the new Lib Dem/Tory/Green coalition council to disown these comments from their colleagues.

Great parks make a world of difference to our green spaces, a place to have fun for all ages. It was great to drop in on Leagrave Park ahead of its opening and see it take shape. I've fought to get more money into parks, and this is the difference a Labour government makes 🛝🌹

Would not want to melt Braverman’s brain further but just throwing us mixed race/heritage folk into the mix…👋

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Suella Braverman suggests on #BBCQT that you can't be English unless you are white, and have a lineage or heritage going back some generations

Nah, there is no lightening up about rape. I am so glad to be part of a government that takes tackling violence against women & girls seriously. And protecting the right for victims of sexual offences to lifelong anonymity in the press and public.

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This is called being facetious and "joking" because everyone is not required to be so goddamn morose about this subject 24/7. Lighten up bitch

What a speech from Andy Burnham. He's right - politics as normal isn't working for people in Luton North and across the country. We need change.

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Proper, meaningful investment in council homes and ending rough sleeping will make a huge difference to people's lives here in Luton North, ensuring everyone can access a safe, affordable and secure home.

And more opportunities to invest in our young people, better training, apprenticeships and qualifications, to benefit from the incredible talent I seen every time I visit our schools and sixth forms. These are just some of the things the PM spoke about today. Now, we get to work.

What a speech from Andy Burnham. He's right - politics as normal isn't working for people in Luton North and across the country. We need change.

I've worked as a care worker. I know that the system is just not working. A National Care Service will be absolutely transformational for those needing care and care workers alike.

This morning I went to the Macmillan Coffee Morning at the Black Swan Pub today, organised by the lovely Dee, Susie and Patrice. It was a fantastic morning with a brilliant turnout! Lots of tea, coffee, homemade cakes and sausage rolls 😋☕️🍰

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A huge thank you to everyone who helped organise it and to everyone who came along and supported such a great cause. ❤️ If you’d like to donate, the fundraising link is below 👇 cm26.macmillan.org.uk/fundraising/...

Getting the steps in the Holborn & St Pancras by-election. I really hope Sagal gets to be the next MP for a part of London she’s grown up in and serves as a Cllr. 🌹

youtube.comA CONVERSATION WITH SARAH OWEN LUTON MP FACILITATED BY AT10TIVEYouTube video by Att10tive Social Enterprise

It was great to chat to the wonderful people at Att10tive Social Enterprise about getting more young people engaged in politics, now the voting age is being lowered. Have a listen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bH9...

This change in law matters to Luton North. It matters for the 1 in 4/5 pregnancies that end in loss. From April next year, women and their partners who experience a pregnancy loss before 24 weeks will be entitled to two weeks of bereavement leave.

his includes IVF embryo transfer failures and all forms of babyloss. We are now one of just a handful of countries that recognise miscarriage and pregnancy loss as the bereavement it is. Thank you to everyone who has supported this campaign and to the Labour Government for making this happen.

Today, the government has announced it is bringing in statutory bereavement leave for pre-24 week pregnancy loss from next April. This will make a huge difference to women and their partners who experience the pain of losing a pregnancy - and finally recognise it as the bereavement that it is.

A huge thank you to all who have joined me in campaigning for this crucial change. This is the difference a Labour government makes

theguardian.comHelen Jenner unveiled as Reform UK’s new leader in Wales after arrest of Dan ThomasNigel Farage dismisses loss of previous leader as ‘bump in the road’ and says party will ‘carry on as if nothing had happened’ * UK politics live – latest updates Nigel Farage dismissed the loss of Reform UK’s leader in Wales last week as a “bump in the road”, as the party unveiled a replacement. Helen Jenner becomes Reform UK’s new leader in Wales after Dan Thomas stood down last Tuesday after he was arrested on suspicion of assault and controlling or coercive behaviours. Continue reading...

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Being arrested for suspicion of assault and controlling or coercive behaviours, is apparently just a “bump in the road” and “personal difficulties” according to Farage. Reform have zero credibility on support for victims’ and tackling VAWG.

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Helen Jenner unveiled as Reform UK’s new leader in Wales after arrest of Dan Thomas

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21 Sept

Six months on from this speech, today the Prime Minister has announced the introduction of specialist rape and sexual offence courts in every Crown Court. I can't tell you how much this change means, nor the difference these measures would have made for me and so many survivors I've worked with.

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🚨 WATCH: Labour MP Charlotte Nichols reveals she was raped as an MP as she opposes the jury trial reforms "I waited 1,088 days to go to court. We've been told [by the Government] that if we have concerns about this Bill, it's because we've not been raped"

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Think I must have a very different version of ‘do good,’ to the Musks. 🫠 www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...

usatoday.comMaye Musk on Elon Musk criticism: ‘He just wants to do good’Maye Musk recently spoke with Gayle King about raising Elon Musk, including defending her son as someone who "just wants to do good."

theguardian.comLifeboat station in Portsmouth forced to temporarily shut after far-right actionRNLI facility had been affected by attempts by activists to stop asylum seekers landing in boats from the Channel A lifeboat station on the south coast of England near the spot where far-right activists tried to stop asylum seekers landing has been forced to temporarily close, it has emerged. The station in Portsmouth shut after it and other sites run by the RNLI were targeted by people objecting to the lifeboat charity going to the aid of people trying to get to the UK on small boats. Continue reading...

17 Sept

I hope the RNLI see an even bigger increase in donations after this. Far right thuggery should not be tolerated.

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Lifeboat station in Portsmouth forced to temporarily shut after far-right action

15 Sept

As rail companies come back into public control, the Labour govt is getting rid of nonsensical rules that prevented passengers from using other train companies during disruption. This will make it easier for everyone to get around without having to pay for another ticket. Starting this weekend! 🚄

15 Sept

Congratulations to Liv! I know she will do a great job taking on one of the best select committees there are, and taking on issues that matter to us all.

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Following an election, the Chair of the Women and Equalities Committee is Olivia Bailey MP. Read more: https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/328/women-and-equalities-committee/news/217887/olivia-bailey-elected-chair-of-the-women-and-equalities-committee/

11 Sept

Shana Tova to Jewish communities in Luton North celebrating Rosh Hashanah this weekend.

bbc.co.ukThameslink unveils 'springier' new seatsThe train company is to replace its existing seating, which has been likened to "ironing boards".

11 Sept

Great news from Great British Rail! Anyone who uses Thameslink knows their current seats are not comfortable for long journeys. These new seats have more support and will make commuting much more comfortable. 🚄

8 Sept

🇵🇸 The situation in Palestine is a moral emergency. Today, the government announced a ban on trade with illegal settlements, a new sanctions regime against settlers, and a "double lock" arms sales ban on arms being used in the West Bank and Gaza.

8 Sept

The government will also support the work of the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court in ensuring accountability for all breaches of international law.

7 Sept

🎂 Happy 60th Anniversary to Luton Sixth Form College! The college has been part of the lives of so many Lutonians over the last 60 years. Post-16 education and skills are a key part of my agenda for Luton North, and it’s always a pleasure to partner with Altaf and everybody at the sixth form.